Overview
Obstetrics breast feeding is the practice of breastfeeding, or the direct provision of breast milk from a mother to her infant. It is considered the optimal source of nutrition for the newborn and is beneficial for both the mother and the baby. It can improve the baby's health and nutrition, as well as enhance social and emotional bonds between mother and baby. Additionally, breast feeding can reduce the risk of maternal infections and is associated with a reduction in the risk of certain cancers in mothers and children. The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of an infant’s life, while continuing breastfeeding until the age of two or longer.
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